Han Solo is a reluctant Rebel hero in Star Wars: Age Of Rebellion

Han Solo made the mistake of helping the Rebel Alliance and now they need him to complete one more mission in Star Wars: Age Of Rebellion.

Han Solo is a charismatic character who became a fan-favorite when he swooped in during the climactic battle in Star Wars: A New Hope and saved Luke Skywalker for the Imperial troops. Star Wars: Age Of Rebellion – Han Solo No. 1 takes off soon after that battle, with Han Solo and Chewbacca counting their riches and dreaming of a life of leisure. But now that these two veteran smugglers have had a taste of heroism, there’s no going back for them.

In this issue, Han inadvertently cements his place as a captain of the Rebellion despite being waylaid by fellow smugglers for clandestine missions. Han wants nothing more than to pay off his debt to Jabba the Hutt and get back to exploring the galaxy, but when Luke comes to him with a life-and-death scenario, Han can hardly refuse.

Star Wars Age Of Rebellion – Han Solo No. 1 (Credit: Marvel Comics)

Completing the mission is easier said than done. When Han attempts to save a smuggler from being arrested by the Alliance, he and Chewie are commandeered into a raid. One which turns sour fast. It’s down to Han making some monetary sacrifices to help save the day.

While Star Wars: Age Of Rebellion – Han Solo No. 1 works as a filler, one can’t help but wonder if there is any need for additional Han Solo material, especially now that there are so many young Solo properties for readers to consume.

Where Star Wars: Age Of the Republic added additional dynamics to the prequel trilogy casts, the characters from the original trilogy have had decades to develop their stories and arcs. The greatest failing of this segment in the series is that it really isn’t bringing anything new to the table. With Han, the issue fails to move beyond the lovable rogue-turned-reluctant hero characterization.

After reading four issues of Star Wars: Age Of Rebellion, it has become evident that Marvel perhaps should have focused on the supporting cast of the original trilogy instead of the main ones. There isn’t enough new material to keep readers invested in this series.